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Solas Violas (A Viola Section Feature)—
Kathryn Griesinger. Finally, a piece to
feature your viola section! This dramatic
adventure will have your orchestra braving
mixed meter and a key change, with
the violas leading the charge to victory.
Opening with violas "solas" (meaning
"alone"), the noble alto voices rise with
courage before taking off into the unknown
for an exciting and perilous quest that races
forward with relentless momentum. An
exciting showcase for your unsung viola
heroes!
11668582 String Orchestra . . . .E 60.00
Spring Breezes—arr. Richard Meyer.
Try this tender folk song from Taiwan to
develop your students' sensitive and lyric
style. Accompanied by lush, modern-
sounding harmonies, the melody is passed
to each section. The solos for violin and
cello are at a medium-easy level and are
accompanied by a prominent harp or piano
part. Simply gorgeous!
2442762 String Orchestra . . . .E 48.00
Spring Springs (Gigue for Solo String
Player & String Orchestra)—Josh
Trentadue. Dancing melodies & spritely
rhythms are the guiding forces behind this
introduction to the concerto style! Its lively
soloist material is an excellent showcase
for any guest performer at the advanced
or professional level, while its clever
balance of pizzicato & arco passages in the
accompaniment make this a great addition
to any concert program.
11689843 String Orchestra w/ Solo String
Player. . . . . . . . . . .E-A 65.00
Strike the Mark—Rebecca Tompkins. Set
in B minor with driving motion and dark
color, this Grade 2 piece for strings focuses
on dynamic contrast, with sudden shifts and
hairpin shaping. Each section gets a turn
with the melody, keeping players engaged
as the repeated eighth-note patterns push
the music forward. It's a straightforward
but energetic selection that helps young
students reinforce basic quarter- and
eighth-note rhythms while getting to work
with a more dramatic sound.
11675539 String Orchestra . . . .E 60.00
Strings of Fire—Chris M. Bernotas. Ignite
the stage! This exhilarating piece for string
orchestra is a nonstop inferno fueled by
relentless eighth notes that propel the
ensemble forward. A fiery main theme,
all sharp angles and raw energy, clashes
with sections of smooth legato to create
a captivating contrast. Every section gets
its moment to blaze, with the low strings
emerging from the depths to unleash their
own powerful melodies in this thrilling piece.
A guaranteed showstopper for your next
concert! Correlates to Sound Innovations
Book 1, Level 4. (2:00)
11619593 String Orchestra . . . .E 55.00
Sunset Suspended—Brian Balmages.
This incredibly powerful lyrical work draws
its DNA from a series of suspended
harmonies that constantly flow throughout
the ensemble. Designed to expand the
artistic capabilities of younger ensembles,
it is equally appropriate for intermediate or
advanced orchestras. Stunning. (3:00)
11619631 String Orchestra . . . .E 55.00
Sway—Alexandra Skevington. Peaceful
motion and gentle part independence
shape this Grade 2 piece suited to middle
school ensembles, giving young players a
calm setting to develop smooth slurs and
clean hooked bowings. Dynamic changes
provide expressive variety, while flowing
lines mirror the quiet sway of the front-
porch rocking chair imagery. Light touches
of pizzicato add color, making the piece a
thoughtful study in control and balance for
young orchestras.
11673572 String Orchestra . . . .E 60.00
Temujin—Xiaokang Deng. Better known
as Genghis Khan, Temujin was a famed
leader from Mongolia, viewed by many
as a hero of epic proportions. In this
exciting piece, heroic themes are first
heard in the violins over steady, marching
staccato in the low strings. Then a fierce
melody emerges in the cello and bass,
rising with triumph like Temujin rose from
humble beginnings to become a mighty
conqueror. Dramatic dynamics and divisi
chords add powerful musical moments to
portray indomitable spirit and prowess in
battle. A strong closer for middle school
orchestras.
11668588 String Orchestra . . . .E 60.00
Unyielding—Tyler Arcari. Written for Grade
1.5 string orchestra, this tender, lyrical work
offers developing players opportunities to
explore expressive playing through rubato
passages. Solo moments encourage
individual confidence, while the warm
ensemble writing supports instruction in
balance, tone quality, and unified phrasing
to help young musicians cultivate a mature
musical sound.
11673089 String Orchestra . . . .E 55.00
Valor Rising—Katie O'Hara LaBrie.
Heroic and majestic in character, this easy
string orchestra work honors veterans and
everyday heroes through bold accented
passages as well as warmer lyrical
reflection. Shifts between strength and
tenderness mirror courage, sacrifice, and
perseverance, while détaché bowing,
varied articulations, and light fourth-finger
use build technique. Well suited to middle
school patriotic programs, it encourages
students to play with unity and expressive
purpose. This piece is part of the Getting
in Gear Companion Series! Warm-up
suggestions for left hand, bowing, and
rhythm are included in the score that
correlate with Getting in Gear: Fundamental
Warm-ups for String Orchestra.
11679146 String Orchestra . . . .E 55.00
Viking—Soon Hee Newbold. Take on the
dynamic spirit of the ancient Vikings in this
energetic piece! Open-string double stops,
pizzicato, and optional percussion create a
dramatic sound that will transport you into
a legendary seafaring adventure. Each
instrument part is featured while working
on various bowing styles and dynamics.
Violins utilize low 2nd finger, while basses
have limited low 1s.
10454265 String Orchestra opt.
Perc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . .E 65.00
Voyager—Soon Hee Newbold. Take
flight through the soaring melodic lines
of this bold work that lets your students'
imaginations run wild. Whether on the back
of a hawk or on a journey to space, this
energetic piece keeps all sections engaged
rhythmically and melodically. A dynamic
key change adds to the adrenaline rush.
Thrilling!
11195682 String Orchestra . . . .E 65.00
Waterfalls—Kathryn Griesinger. Joyful
motion and light texture characterize
this easy string orchestra work built on
lilting staccato eighth notes that keep
the music buoyant. Centered in D major,
frequent C naturals introduce modal
color while reinforcing low-two fingerings.
Melodies circulate through every section
so every player is meaningfully engaged.
A refreshing concert choice that builds
rhythmic lift and modal awareness while
keeping all players involved in the joyful
tunes.
11678246 String Orchestra . . . .E 60.00
We Can and We Will—Susan H. Day.
Majestic legato writing gives this Grade
2 piece its character, with the first violins
carrying most of the melodic weight while
the rest of the ensemble provides steady,
supportive lines. The style remains
consistent throughout, creating a unified
sound useful for focusing on tone and
balance. A key change near the end adds
a welcome lift, and the overall feel makes it
a dependable choice for teaching sustained
bow control, expressive dynamics, and
ensemble blend in middle school groups.
11673403 String Orchestra . . . .E 60.00
We Rise (By Lifting Others)—Kevin
Sluder. No group truly succeeds because
of a handful of great members. It is the
responsibility of us all to help one another
and grow as a group. In this inspirational
3/4 piece, the key of A major requires young
students to raise certain pitches higher than
they are used to, yet the piece remains
accessible. The techniques involved
necessitate rising to a new challenge and
remind us that together we can do anything!
11617587 String Orchestra . . . .E 60.00
Wolf Pack Hunt—Jennifer Meckler. A
strong piece for teaching dotted quarter
rhythms to young string players, this work
gives every section equal opportunities to
practice subdividing with and without slurs.
Written in E minor, it lets students apply
familiar G-scale knowledge to a fresh tonal
palette. With accents, staccato, full dynamic
contrast, and clear reminders for C-natural
fingerings, the piece keeps players alert and
engaged. Bassists get a taste of shifting into
second position, while all other parts stay
comfortably in first.
11688756 String Orchestra . . . .E 50.00
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